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Oakley EL

Elementary School · NEW CANEY ISD

22320 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357

Enrollment

813

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,857 of 8,552

In New Caney

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#17 of 19

NEW CANEY ISD

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Oakley EL

3.7/10

Elementary School in New Caney · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Oakley EL

Oakley EL is a public elementary school in New Caney, TX, part of NEW CANEY ISD. Oakley EL serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,857 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Oakley EL show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.8 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,683
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Oakley EL — Students at Oakley EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 26 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
24.6%
ELA
38.8%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
34%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.

How Oakley EL Compares

See how Oakley EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
8th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

22320 LOOP 494, New Caney, TX 77357

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Kingwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Porter), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENS BRANCH EL (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Porter), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Caney, see our New Caney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW CANEY H S New Caney 0.7 mi 4.6
PROJECT RESTORE New Caney 0.8 mi
PINE VALLEY MIDDLE Porter 0.8 mi 7.0
VALLEY RANCH EL Porter 0.8 mi 5.1
PORTER EL Porter 1.8 mi 4.2
PORTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter 1.9 mi 5.0
JOYFUL SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Porter 2.0 mi
THE LEARNING CTR New Caney 2.3 mi 4.8
NEW CANEY EL New Caney 2.3 mi 3.4
WHITE OAK MIDDLE Porter 2.6 mi 4.7
BENS BRANCH EL Porter 2.6 mi 6.3
JOSHUA 1:9 LEARNING CENTER Porter 2.8 mi 6.6
WOODRIDGE FOREST MIDDLE Porter 3.1 mi 6.1
SORTERS MILL EL Porter 2.8 mi 5.3
PORTER H S Porter 2.8 mi 5.3
KINGWOOD PARK H S Kingwood 3.5 mi 6.8
TAVOLA EL New Caney 3.5 mi 5.4
ELM GROVE EL Kingwood 3.8 mi 5.3
KEEFER CROSSING MIDDLE New Caney 3.8 mi 3.9
ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingwood 4.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,773

Median Home Value

$218,800

Median Rent

$1,366/mo

Population

34,770

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

75.6%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

31.1

Similar Schools

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ALICE MOORE ALEXANDER Denton, TX 3.7
BOONE EL Houston, TX 3.7
CARTER PARK EL Fort Worth, TX 3.7
CARVER EL Greenville, TX 3.7
CENTENNIAL EL Lubbock, TX 3.7
DEZAVALA EL San Marcos, TX 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakley EL

What grades does Oakley EL serve?

Oakley EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oakley EL?

Oakley EL has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakley EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakley EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakley EL rank in TX?

Oakley EL ranks #7,857 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Oakley EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oakley EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakley EL has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

Is Oakley EL a charter school?

No, Oakley EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oakley EL a Title I school?

No, Oakley EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakley EL?

89.9% of students at Oakley EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

NEW CANEY ISD
District Enrollment
18,987
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,683
District Rank
#17 of 19

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